Smoother seas ahead

Article Abstract:

Long-term prospects for investments in the shipping industry are excellent. While operators are constrained by tonnage overhangs, the expected economic upturn will increase steel scrap demand. This demand for steel and the operators' efforts at optimizing efficiency and cost reduction are expected to benefit the industry. Operators are increasing efficiency through the acquisition of new and faster ships, higher utilization of intermodal transportation and route modifications to shorten travel time.

Industry Overview, Forecasts and trends, Shipping industry

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Time travel: airports, skyline and roads to expect in 1997

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Political problems have slowed down the financing of Hong Kong's new airport Chek Lap Kok and its related rail link. However, construction of the other 10 core airport projects is proceeding at the planned pace and 1997 is the scheduled completion date. These projects involve construction of road links and bridges to provide easier access to Lantau Island, land reclamation for expansion in Hongkong and Kowloon and construction of a tunnel across the harbor.

Finance, Cover Story, Hong Kong, Transportation, Airports

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Business war games

Article Abstract:

Scala is a highly versatile business-software package that accommodates 20 languages and adapts to suit a particular national business culture. Developed by Per-Olaf Myren of Sweden, it performs accounting, manufacturing control, planning, electronic data interchange and other functions. None of these are novel, but Scala's versatility and open, multi-lingual design have won it rave reviews. THe package, sold by Beslutsmodeler AB, is sold in 28 countries.

Management, Evaluation, Computer software industry, Software industry, Product/Service Evaluation, Product enhancement, Myren, Per-Olof, Beslutsmodeler AB, Scala (CIM software)

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